DAFI90-1201 — Protocol

DAFI90-1201 governs Department of the Air Force protocol, including customs and courtesies, flags, ceremonies, gifts, and official events.

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  • Publication number: DAFI90-1201
  • Title: PROTOCOL
  • Date: 2024-10-08

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Its contents include protocol program roles, flag guidance, ceremonies, funds usage, gifts and mementos, forms of address, precedence, national anthems, and event materials. Compliance with the publication and its attachments is mandatory, with waiver authorities and routing requirements identified in the text.

Topics covered

  • Department of the Air Force protocol program
  • Customs and courtesies
  • Flags and plates
  • Ceremonies
  • Gifts and mementos
  • Forms of address and precedence
  • Event materials

Questions and answers

How are waiver requests for DAFI90-1201 requirements submitted?

Submit requests for waivers through the chain of command to the appropriate tier waiver approval authority or alternately to the requestor’s commander for non-tiered compliance items.

What records requirements apply to processes prescribed in DAFI90-1201?

Ensure all records generated as a result of processes prescribed in this publication adhere to Air Force Instruction 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program, and are disposed in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule, which is located in the Air Force Records Information Management System.

Is compliance with DAFI90-1201 attachments mandatory?

Compliance with attachments is mandatory.

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